In the heart of Canterbury, The Falstaff Hotel offers a charming retreat with a picturesque garden and inviting bar. Guests praise the helpful staff and convenient location, perfect for exploring nearby Canterbury Cathedral.
8-10 St Dunstan Street Kent, Canterbury, England, CT2 8AF
What's nearby
Westgate Gardens - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
Marlowe Theatre - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
Canterbury Cathedral - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
Canterbury Christ Church University - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
University of Kent - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
Getting around
Gatwick Airport (LGW) - 81 min drive
London (SEN-Southend) - 89 min drive
Canterbury West Station - 4 min walk
Canterbury Sturry Station - 6 min drive
Canterbury East Station - 14 min walk
Restaurants
Marino's Fish Bar - 2 min walk
West Gate Inn - 1 min walk
The Black Griffin - 2 min walk
The Unicorn Inn - 2 min walk
Pegasus Tap Room & Gin Palace - 1 min walk
About this property
The Falstaff Hotel
The Falstaff Hotel puts you within a 10-minute drive of University of Kent and Canterbury Cathedral. Free WiFi is an added perk, and guests looking to stay active can check out the nearby hiking/biking trails, mountain biking, and rafting. Other features include a bar/lounge, a terrace, and a garden. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff and location.
Languages
English, Polish, Slovak, Spanish
At a glance
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Hotel size
49 rooms
Arranged over 3 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets
Pets not allowed
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking
Uncovered onsite self parking (GBP 12 per day)
Onsite parking limited
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Full breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:00 AM–10:30 AM
Bar/lounge
Coffee/tea in a common area
Room service (limited hours)
What to do
Bicycle rentals nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Rafting nearby
Services
24-hour front desk
Free newspapers in lobby
Luggage storage
Facilities
3 buildings/towers
Garden
Terrace
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible
Assistive listening devices available
Low-height counter/sink
Grab bar near toilet
Bathroom emergency pull cord
Room amenities
Be entertained
Television
Cable TV channels
Home comfort
Heating
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Iron/ironing board (on request)
Sleep well
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Bed sheets provided
What to enjoy
Individually furnished and decorated
Separate sitting area
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Phone
Food and drink
Free bottled water
Free tea bags/instant coffee
More
Daily housekeeping
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Full breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately GBP 14.50 for adults and GBP 10 for children
Children & extra beds
Cribs/infant beds are available for GBP 10.0 per night
Rollaway beds are available for GBP 25.0 per day
Parking
Uncovered self parking costs GBP 12 per day
Policies
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
National rating
This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitEngland, the National Tourist Board for England.
Also known as
Falstaff Canterbury
Falstaff Hotel
Falstaff Hotel Canterbury
Hotel Falstaff
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The Falstaff Hotel Canterbury
The Falstaff Hotel Hotel Canterbury
Frequently asked questions
Does The Falstaff Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, The Falstaff Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at The Falstaff Hotel?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at The Falstaff Hotel?
Yes. Self parking costs GBP 12 per day. Parking spots may be limited.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The Falstaff Hotel?
You can check in starting at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Contactless check-out is available.
What is there to do at The Falstaff Hotel and nearby?
Have fun with activities like cycling, hiking, and rafting, and practice your swing at the nearby golf course. The Falstaff Hotel also has a garden.
What's the area around The Falstaff Hotel like?
The Falstaff Hotel is located by the river, a short 4-minute walk from Canterbury West Station and 8 minutes' walk from Canterbury Cathedral. Travelers give top marks for the hotel's prime location.
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The Falstaff Hotel Reviews
Reviews
8.8
Excellent
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9.0/10
Cleanliness
9.0/10
Staff & service
8.4/10
Amenities
8.6/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.4/10
Eco-friendliness
Popular mentions
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What guests liked
Breakfast was consistently described as good, lovely, and delicious, with some guests even receiving their full English breakfast quickly. (30 reviews)
From real guest reviews summarized by AI.
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 17, 2025
Good staff
Friendly staff and arty decor made for a top overnight stay
John
John, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
May 24, 2025
Enjoyable stay
Nice comfortable room, good customer experience and convenient location. Would recommend.
Catherine
Catherine, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 19, 2025
Was all good for 2 nights
Nigel
Nigel, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 17, 2025
We stayed with friends, I requested a down stairs room, unfortunately it was on the road side, therefore traffic noise was a problem early in the morning. The room was very hot.
It didn't spoil out stay, the staff were great.
Terence
Terence, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jun 12, 2025
Our room, which was in the main part of the hotel, was comfortable, clean and came with all the quirks of an old building - slopping floors and creaky boards. All part of the character.
Lynda
Lynda, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 17, 2025
Two nights stay with friends
Friendly staff and comfortable room. Special thanks to the chef for adapting the menu to an egg free breakfast.
Lin
Lin, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Apr 8, 2025
Great location close to station and centre. Lovely large room in Annex, comfy bed. Excellent breakfast. Great value for money- would recommend.
Julie
Julie, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 16, 2025
Great hotel lovely location for exploring Canterbury. Staff very helpful great breakfast
stephen
stephen, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 21, 2025
My stay at the falstaff ,was good friendly staff ,good room ,nice breakfast , when we visit the marlowe we always book a room at the falstaff.
Graham
Graham, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 13, 2025
Friendly and welcoming staff, great drinks, gorgeous and comfortable rooms and in a great location. Would definitely stay again!
Michelle-Marie
Michelle-Marie, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 18, 2025
Situated near the High st, near restaurants and the Marlow Theatre. Rooms, hotel restaurant and rooms decorated to high standard. Plenty of parking at the hotel.
Nick
Nick, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 11, 2025
Great location. Excellent room. The hotel has a really nice atmosphere created in part by the staff together with the interesting decor and layout of the public spaces.
Lorraine
Lorraine, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 19, 2025
Love this hotel
I love this hotel have stayed her several times
Sian
Sian, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 8, 2025
Very close to Canterbury town centre but still quiet in the room.
Paul
Paul, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 20, 2025
Had a lovely stay for one night at the Falstaff. Very historic inn dating back to the 16th Century. Room lovely and clean with comfortable bed. Staff were very pleasant, helpful and friendly.
Valerie
Valerie, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
May 27, 2025
Was very disappointed with breakfast on our second day. First one was fine although the veggie bacon wss very overdone. Second day gave up after waiting 45 mins. Tried to just have toast as main didn't tiurn up. However no bread , no yoghurt either. Tables were not cleared , shame to say it but a shambles..
Everthing else about the stay was very good.
PAUL
PAUL, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Mar 8, 2025
Lovely breakfast. We were put in their accessible ground floor room, but unfortunately it was quite noisy due to the outside door being slammed day and night.
Staff were lovely, and the cocktails were fabulous. Great location near to the city centre.
Melanie
Melanie, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 31, 2025
Lovely hotel with history. Staff is friendly and helpful. We have used this hotel several times. We just love it.
Lisa
Lisa, 4-night trip
8/10 Very good
Dec 28, 2024
A great place to stay
Everything was perfect
Andrew
Andrew, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 25, 2024
Amazing - cosy, comfortable and perfectly located. Loved it and will be back.
Verified traveler
2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 31, 2025
GREAT STAY ALL GOOD ALHAMDULILLAH
ALL GOOD
HELPFULL
GREAT AREA
LOVELY STAFF
GREAT
Verified traveler
2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 3, 2025
Amazing hotel in a great location
Amazing hotel in a great location. Staff were incredibly friendly and helpful, the room was lovely - comfortable bed, nice little extras and an outdoor seating area. Happy hour was a bonus and everything was in short walking distance (including the train station). Highly recommended, we'll definitely be back.
J L
J L, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Dec 14, 2024
It is in a perfect location and in walking distance to the town centre. We loved the quirkiness of the hotel and the room was perfect
Mandy
Mandy, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 29, 2024
Ideal for central Canterbury trip
Lovely old fashioned hotel perfectly situated in central Canterbury. Very helpful staff. Excellent and comfortable large room